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Court confirms death sentence of man who kidnapped, murdered 7-year-old: Punjab and Haryana High Court
In a landmark judgment, the High Court has upheld the capital punishment of Sukhjinder Singh @ Sukha, who was convicted for the brutal murder of a seven-year-old boy under Section 302 and Section 364-A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The case, which sent shockwaves through the town of Makhu, exemplifies the court's…
Domestic Violence Act, Couple Cohabiting During Subsistence Of Previous Marriage Do Not Share Domestic Relationship In Nature Of Marriage: Kerala High Court
Ernakulam, August 5, 2024: In a significant judgment, the Kerala High Court, presided over by The Honourable Mr. Justice P.G. Ajithkumar, has clarified the definition of a "domestic relationship" under Section 2(f) of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (PWDV Act). Background of the Case: The case…
Examine 'Cause Of Delay' & Not 'Length Of Delay', Condone Delay If There's Sufficient Cause : Supreme Court
The case revolves around a dispute involving the withdrawal of an original application (O.A. No. 3034 of 2018) and subsequent delays in filing a fresh application (O.A. No. 2066 of 2020) before the Tribunal. Key Facts: 1. Initial Tribunal Order: - The appellant's representation was initially unattended, prompting the…
Keeping Mutual Divorce Proceedings Pending Causes Mental Agony: Bombay High Court Waives 6 Months Cooling Period, Dissolves Marriage
In a significant judgment, the High Court of Bombay, led by Justice Gauri Godse, has granted a waiver of the cooling off period for a couple seeking divorce by mutual consent under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. This order comes in light of the petition filed by Sneha Akshay Garg and Akshay Sunil Garg. Case Background…
Trial Court Must Assign Special Reasons For Imposing Double The Cheque Amount As Fine In Cheque Dishonour Cases: Karnataka High Court
Bengaluru, July 19, 2024 – In a significant judgment delivered by the High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru, a reduction in the fine imposed under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 has been ordered. The Court addressed issues regarding the imposition of fines under Section 138 of the Act, which deals with dishonor of…
Can Hearing Of Appeal Be Deferred Until Convict Is In 'Fit State Of Mind' To Give Instructions To Lawyer? Delhi High Court To Consider
In a significant development at the Delhi High Court, an appeal has been filed under Section 374 of the Cr.P.C challenging the conviction of Krishan Kumar. The appeal contests the judgment of conviction dated 11th November 2002 and the subsequent order on sentence dated 12th November 2002, both passed by the learned…
Whether Consent Was Obtained Based On Mistake Of Fact On Promise Of Marriage To Be Determined At Trial: Kerala High Court Declines To Quash Rape Case
Kochi, August 6, 2024 — In a recent legal decision, the Kerala High Court addressed a complex case involving allegations of rape based on a false promise of marriage. The court evaluated whether the consent provided by the prosecutrix was valid under Section 375 and Section 90 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Case…
Judicial Magistrate Can Order Voice Samples Of Accused For Investigation Of Crime: Gujarat High Court
Ahmedabad, July 16, 2024 – In a significant ruling, the Gujarat High Court upheld the discretionary powers of the judiciary under Section 73 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, regarding the comparison of voice samples. This decision came in the context of a quasi-civil proceeding, emphasizing the court's authority to…
Court Imposes ₹1 Lakh Cost On Advocate For Filing 'Frivolous' Contempt Petition Against Judicial Officer, Opposing Counsel: Kerala High Court
In a recent judgment, the Kerala High Court addressed a Contempt of Court petition challenging the conduct of a judicial officer and several other respondents involved in a civil suit. The court examined the allegations meticulously and found them to be devoid of merit. Case Summary: The case in question involved…
Person Aggrieved By Unfair Investigation Of FIR May Approach Superior Police Officer Section 36 CrPC: Rajasthan High Court Refuses Interference
In a recent order by the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan at Jodhpur, the court addressed concerns regarding the investigation of a criminal case filed under Sections 420, 406, and 120-B of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The petitioner, Kailash Tolani, who is 62 years old and resides at Chopasni Housing Board,…
